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Dr. Steven Kern, MD

Dr. Steven Kern, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Kern, MD is a general surgeon in Maple Grove, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with North Memorial Health-Maple Grove Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

9825 Hospital Dr Ste 105 Maple Grove, MN 55369

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Dr. Kern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kern

4.5
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Rick
Dr. Kern saved my life with an emergency surgery. At follow-up visits he was friendly, informative, prompted for and answered my questions thoroughly. He offered follow-up that I would not have expected. He has excellent follow-through and communication skills.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 12, 2023
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Incredible care!
I recently had a cholecystectomy performed by Dr. Kern. From the moment I walked into the Specialists in General Surgery office for my consultation, I felt like I was in good hands. Dr. Kern knew my history without even having to pull up my chart on the computer when we met - I was impressed! He was friendly and professional, ensuring I understood the risks and benefits of the procedure. He answered all my questions and did not make me feel like he was rushing to get to the next appointment. Day of surgery, he continued the same caring and friendly approach. My husband was called directly by Dr. Kern as soon as I was out of surgery to know that all was well and that I would be ready to go soon. The incision sites were sewn with precision and are healing well. I would highly recommend Dr. Kern for any surgical needs!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jenna – Feb 09, 2023
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Outstanding Dr. My husband had surgery with him yesterday and I would highly recommend him. Above and beyond Doctor. Everything about him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2019
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Dr.kern and his staff are amazing I had 3 surgerys done by Dr. Kern and his staff. 2 of them being emergency surgeries and I was very scared Dr Kern and his staff helped me through everything what a caring and wonderful group of people.thank you for everything I BOW DOWN TO YOU ..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kim welton in MN – Jul 22, 2018
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Dr, Kern is a very kind and caring surgeon. I love his bedside manner. He is genuinely concerned about my issue and used extreme care in remedying it. He took great care in making sure I didn't have stitch marks on my face. My scar is hardly noticeable and as time goes by it will show even less. Should I need surgery in the future, I will be talking to him first. I have f recommended him to friends and relatives.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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MN – Feb 21, 2018
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Dr. Kern is a very kind and sincerely concerned surgeon. He explains things well and in understandable terms. He is compassionate and truly cares. He also has a great bedside manner. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Blaine – Jan 02, 2018
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incredibly rude and arrogant doctor. spoke down to me would not listen to my concerns. i will not recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Maple Plain, MN – Nov 18, 2017
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He preformed an emergency operation on me which can make a person quite nervous. He explained the entire procedure including the "what ifs" in a very comforting manor. He came to see me the following morning and had the same informative and comforting bedside manor. The surgery was a success with no complications and my incisions healed quite rapidly. I was very pleased with my care from Dr. Kern!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Minneapolis, MN – Jul 27, 2017
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Dr. Kern is amazing! He is great educating and walking people through the procedures. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rosie in Maple Grove, MN – May 18, 2017
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right inguinal hernia repair. Procedure was unsuccessful and required revision surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Brad K in St Paul, MN – Feb 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kern earned his undergraduate degree in biology and MD from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. He is board certified in General Surgery. During his residency at the University of Kansas in Wichita he enjoyed working with medical education....read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Via Christi Regional Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Creighton University Medical Center - Saint Joseph

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • Creighton University Medical Center Saint Joseph

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994

  • Creighton University

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Platinum Health LLC9825 Hospital Dr Ste 105 Maple Grove, MN 55369
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(763) 780-6699

Practice

Maple Grove Hospital9875 Hospital Dr Maple Grove, MN 55369
2
(763) 581-1000

Practice

Office3300 Oakdale Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55422
3
(763) 520-5200

Practice

Buffalo Hospital303 Catlin St Buffalo, MN 55313
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 6:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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(763) 682-5225
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